Chassidie Etienne
University at Buffalo, SUNY
Brooklyn,NY
6
Languages
5
years of professional experience
Skilled in research methodology, literature review, and public health data analysis. Interested in leveraging public health data to identify health disparities, examine social determinants of health, and inform evidence-based strategies to improve population health outcomes.
Work History
BRIGHT 2026 Research Intern
2 Months- Conducted a cross-sectional ecological study examining the association between social vulnerability and COPD prevalence across Erie County, NY.
- Integrated multi-source public health data (CDC PLACES, CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index, U.S. Census Bureau) into a unified analytic dataset at the census tract level, including data cleaning and linkage.
- Used GIS to map COPD prevalence and social vulnerability, identifying geographic areas with overlapping disease burden and social vulnerability.
- Applied descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple linear regression to quantify the relationship between SVI and COPD prevalence.
- Authored a scientific manuscript as first author (in preparation for publication).
- Developed and presented research findings to peers and faculty, highlighting key findings and public health implications.
Clinical Intern
3 Months- Examined how clinical data and evidence-based practices informed healthcare decisions and quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and support efficient clinical workflows.
- Assisted clinical staff with specimen collection, infection control procedures, and preparation of medical equipment to support safe patient care.
- Identified patterns in patient care processes influencing care delivery and healthcare outcomes.
- Achievements/Tasks
EBP Research Project
3 Months- Conducted an evidence-based literature review investigating the relationship between housing instability and psychiatric hospitalization among African American men with psychotic disorders.
- Formulated a structured research question using the PICO framework and performed systematic literature searches using PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL databases.
- Critically analyzed peer-reviewed literature to assess the impact of social determinants of health on psychiatric outcomes.
- Synthesized research findings into a formal academic paper and delivered a presentation communicating key findings to faculty and peers.
- Achievements/Tasks
Young Adult Education Instructor
3 Years 7 Months- Instructed a class of 60 students in financial literacy and civic engagement, equipping them with essential life skills for academic and personal development.
- Assisted students in overcoming socioeconomic and environmental barriers by connecting them with resources that supported their overall well-being.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of young adult learners.
- Provided mentorship and individualized academic support to young adults in a community-based nonprofit serving underserved populations.
- A Brooklyn-based nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting New Yorkers with opportunities to improve their quality of life.
- Achievements/Tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
- Dean's List [Fall 25, Spring 25, Spring 26 ]
- Dean's Public Health Scholar Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework:
- Statistical Methods in Epidemiology
- Calculus 1
- Research Methods in Public Health.
- Behavioral & Social Influences on Health.
- 3.6 GPA
Skills
Evidence synthesis
Statistical analysis
Research Methodologies
GIS Mapping
Healthcare collaboration
Microsoft Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Professional Communication
LANGUAGES
English
Native or Bilingual Proficiency
French Creole
Professional Working Proficiency
Spanish
Professional Working Proficiency
Personal Information
Title: Public Health Student | Clinical Research
Timeline
BRIGHT 2026 Research Intern
University at Buffalo, SUNY
06.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Clinical Intern
New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
EBP Research Project
School of Nursing, University at Buffalo
01.2025 - 04.2025Read More
Young Adult Education Instructor
CAMBA
01.2022 - 08.2025Read More
SUNY University At Buffalo
Bachelor of Science from Public Health
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